Cologne to Montreux: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Cologne from Montreux?

The distance from Cologne to Montreux is 311.4 miles (501.1 km) as the crow flies. Montreux is located S of Cologne. By car, the driving distance is approximately 373.6 miles, taking about 7h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 8min. Cologne is in Germany, while Montreux is in Switzerland.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cologne and Montreux. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.